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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1968-1970

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The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping inserted into it. The book appears to be about Dadaism, an avant-garde art movement from the early 20th century, as indicated by the text "dada 1916-1966" printed on the page. The newspaper clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated July 1970, and it lists various events and exhibitions happening in Boston at that time.

The clipping includes information about several museums and cultural institutions, such as:

  1. Harvard University's Museum, which features a collection of ancient Chinese bronzes.
  2. Hammond Museum, showcasing an exhibition of non-Western art.
  3. Antique Auto Museum at Larz Anderson Auto Museum, displaying a collection of vintage cars.
  4. Boston Museum of Science, presenting a science fair and other exhibits.
  5. The Hayden Planetarium, offering planetarium shows.
  6. The Museum of Contemporary Art, featuring an exhibition of contemporary art.
  7. The Boston Symphony Orchestra, with details about their upcoming performances.

The clipping provides details about the hours of operation, admission prices, and specific events or exhibitions at these institutions. The overall theme of the image suggests a focus on cultural and educational activities available in Boston during the summer of 1970.

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The image is a poster or exhibition catalog page for an event titled "dada 1916-1966," which appears to be a retrospective or exhibition related to the Dada art movement. The event took place in Boston, Massachusetts, from July to August 1970, and was also featured in the New England Newsletter.

The page lists several museums and institutions in Boston that are associated with the exhibition or event:

  1. Harvard University Museum:

    • Located in Oxford Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • The Fogg Museum contains an international collection of paintings, drawings, and sculptures.
    • The Busch-Reisinger Museum showcases German and Austrian art.
    • The Semitic Museum has archaeological and ethnological artifacts.
    • The Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology features native and prehistoric cultures.
    • Museum hours: Tuesday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Closed Mondays.
  2. Hammond Museum:

    • Located at 1030 Centre Street, Brookline, Massachusetts.
    • Features Renaissance architecture and art.
    • Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., except Tuesdays.
    • Admission is $0.50 for adults and $0.25 for students and seniors.
  3. Antique Auto Museum at Lurz Anderson:

    • Located at 128 Newbury Street, Brookline.
    • Features antique cars, including a 1914 Mercedes and a 1903 Ford.
    • Open Friday through Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  4. Boston Museum of Science:

    • Located at 675 Huntington Avenue, Boston.
    • Offers a variety of exhibits, including natural history and science demonstrations.
    • Museum hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
    • Admission: Adults $1.25, children 10 cents.
  5. The Hayden Planetarium:

    • Located adjacent to the Boston Museum of Science.
    • Shows films on astronomy, including "Footprints on the Moon."
    • Shows at 11:00 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. daily, with additional shows on Monday evenings.
    • Admission: Adults $1.00, children 50 cents.
  6. The Institute of Contemporary Art:

    • Located at 1155 Avenue of the Americas, New York, with a Boston address listed as 200 Newbury Street.
    • Exhibits works by New England artists.
    • Open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  7. The Busch-Reisinger Museum:

    • Located at 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • Features a special exhibition titled "Dada 1916-1966."
    • Open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The poster provides detailed information on each venue, including addresses, operating hours, and admission prices.

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The image shows an informational placard for an exhibition titled "Dada 1916-1966," which was held at the Harvard University Art Museums in Boston, Massachusetts, in July 1970.

The placard provides details about various museums and attractions in Boston, including:

  1. Harvard University Museums:

    • Located at Oxford Street, Cambridge.
    • Features collections from the Fogg Art Museum, Busch-Reisinger Museum, and the Semitic Museum.
    • Includes the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Mineralogical Museum, and the Comparative Zoology Exhibition.
    • Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.
    • Admission: $1.00, free for children under 6, $0.50 for students.
  2. Hammond Museum:

    • Located at Heeley Avenue, Brookline.
    • Features American art and architecture from the 18th to the 20th century.
    • Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.
    • Admission: $1.00, free for children under 12.
  3. Antique Auto Museum at Larr Anderson:

    • Located at Newton Street, Brookline.
    • Houses a collection of vintage cars.
    • Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.
    • Admission: $1.00, children under 12 free.
  4. Boston Museum of Science:

    • Located at Science Park, Boston.
    • Features interactive exhibits and educational programs.
    • Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Admission: $1.25, children 5 and under free.
  5. The Hayden Planetarium:

    • Located at the Museum of Science.
    • Shows "Footprints on the Moon" and other educational programs.
    • Shows at 11:00 a.m., 1:45 p.m., and 4:30 p.m., with special shows on Mondays at 6:00 p.m.
    • Admission: $1.00, children 5 and under free.
  6. Institute of Contemporary Art:

    • Located at 1250 Boylston Street, Boston.
    • Features contemporary art and architecture.
    • Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.
    • Admission: $1.00.
  7. Busch-Reisinger Museum:

    • Located at Divinity Avenue, Cambridge.
    • Special exhibition: "Dada 1916-1966."
    • Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.
    • Admission: $1.00.

The placard is from the New England Newsprint, dated July 1970.

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The image shows a printed news article or flyer from July 1970, detailing various museums and exhibits in Boston, Massachusetts. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Dada (1916-1966) Exhibition at Harvard University Museum of Fine Arts:

    • The Harvard University Museum of Fine Arts is hosting a show titled "Dada" from July 1970. The exhibition features the works of the Dada movement, which was significant in the early 20th century.
    • The museum is located in Cambridge, and the exhibition is open to the public for a fee of $1.00.
  2. Harvard Museum of Natural History:

    • Exhibits include the Comparative Zoology collection, which has a large number of specimens.
    • Hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with extended hours on Sundays.
  3. Hammond Museum, Heepers Avenue:

    • This museum showcases Renaissance architecture and art. Daily hours are 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with extended hours on Thursdays and Saturdays. The museum closes at 3:00 p.m. on Sundays and is closed on Mondays.
  4. Antique Auto Museum at Larry Anderson:

    • Located in Newton, the museum has a wide collection of antique cars. The show is open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, with additional hours on Sundays. Admission is $1.00.
  5. Boston Museum of Science:

    • Features a variety of exhibits, including a planetarium. The museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and extended hours on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission is $2.50 for adults, with discounts for children and seniors.
  6. The Hayden Planetarium:

    • Adjacent to the Museum of Science, it shows "Footprints on the Moon," a program on lunar exploration. Shows are scheduled at 11:00 a.m. and 2:45 p.m., Monday to Friday.
  7. The Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) in Boston:

    • The ICA is located in the Boston Public Library and features rotating exhibits. It is open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, with extended hours on Saturdays and Sundays.
  8. The Busch-Reisinger Museum:

    • Located in Cambridge, it features a special exhibition titled "Dada 1916-1966." The museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

The flyer includes the date and location prominently and provides specific hours and admission details for each museum.

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The image displays an open book, with the left page blank and the right page containing text and a heading. The heading, prominently displayed in the center, reads "dada 1916-1966." Below the heading, there is a list of locations and dates, starting with "BOSTON, MASS. / HARVARD / July 1970" and "New England Newsletter."

The text appears to be a newsletter or informational document related to the Dada movement, an avant-garde art movement that began in 1916 and is being reflected upon in 1966. The text includes details about various museums and exhibitions, with specific mentions of Harvard University, the Hayward Gallery, and other institutions, along with their respective locations and the dates of exhibitions.

The layout of the page is clean and minimalistic, with the heading in large, bold font, and the body text in a smaller, uniform font, making it clear and readable. The overall design suggests that the document is an informational guide or a program for events related to the Dada movement.

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The image is of an exhibition poster for a Dada art show. The poster provides details about the exhibition titled "dada 1916-1966," which was held in Boston, Massachusetts, starting in July 1970.

Key points from the poster include:

  1. Exhibition Title and Dates:

    • Title: dada
    • Years Covered: 1916-1966
  2. Location and Date:

    • Location: Boston, Mass.
    • Exhibition Start: July 1970
    • Organizer: New England Newspaper
  3. Museums and Attractions Listed:

    • Harvard University Museums:

      • Locations include the Museum of Comparative Zoology, the Botanical Museum, and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology.
      • Hours: Weekdays 9 AM to 4:30 PM, Saturdays 9 AM to 12 PM, closed on Sundays.
      • Admission: Free except for the Peabody Museum, which charges 50 cents.
    • Hermond Museum:

      • Features Renaissance architecture and art.
      • Hours: 2 PM to 5 PM daily, except on Mondays.
      • Admission: $1 for adults, free for children under 12.
    • Antique Auto Museum at Larz Anderson:

      • Exhibits antique cars, carriages, and related items.
      • Hours: Daily from Memorial Day to October 12 PM to 5 PM, weekends until 6 PM.
      • Admission: $1 for adults, 50 cents for children aged 6-12.
    • Boston Museum of Science:

      • Offers a wide range of exhibits, including a planetarium.
      • Hours: Weekdays 9 AM to 10 PM, weekends 9 AM to 6 PM.
      • Admission: Free for general exhibits, special charges for the planetarium and some shows.
    • The Institute of Contemporary Art:

      • Located at 100 Newbury Street.
      • Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 12 PM to 5 PM, Sundays 2 PM to 6 PM, closed on Mondays.
      • Admission: $1 for adults, 50 cents for students.
    • Busch-Reisinger Museum:

      • Located at Quincy Street.
      • Hours: Weekdays 9 AM to 5 PM, Sundays 2 PM to 5 PM.
      • Admission: Free.

The bottom of the poster notes that the exhibit is a special exhibit entitled "Dada 1916-1966".

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The image shows a page from a publication or a catalog. The page is predominantly white with text and a small rectangle of content at the bottom. At the top center of the page, in large, bold, serif font, the word "dada" is printed, followed by the years "1916-1966" directly beneath it, suggesting a historical range associated with the Dada movement, which was an avant-garde art movement that emerged in the early 20th century.

Below this header, on the lower third of the page, is a section with tightly packed text. This section seems to be providing information about various museum exhibits or locations, as indicated by the reference to "Harvard University's Museums" and mentions of other institutions such as the "Busch-Reisinger Museum" and addresses or content related to Boston, Massachusetts ("BOSTON / BOSTON, MASS." mentioned twice at the beginning of the text). The text also provides specifics such as dates, times, and admission details (e.g., days and hours of operation, admission fees, etc.).

The layout is reminiscent of a museum guide or an exhibition overview that provides visitors with information about different events or displays, in this case, notably mentioning a special exhibit entitled "Dada 1916-1966" on display. The Dada exhibit is likely a commemorative event marking the 50th anniversary of the Dada movement. The image gives off an archival and educational feel, likely meant for those interested in art history or looking to visit associated exhibits.

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The image shows a book or album page with two pieces of paper attached to it.

At the top, there is a white card featuring the text:

dada
1916 - 1966

in a stylized, typewriter-like font, suggesting a reference to the Dada art movement or exhibition covering the years 1916 to 1966.

Below this card, there is a vertical, narrow clipping from a newspaper or magazine with information about various museums in Boston, Massachusetts, dated July 1970. The text includes descriptions and visiting details for several museums, such as the Harvard University Museum, Hammond Museum, Antique Auto Museum, Boston Museum of Science, Hayden Planetarium, Institute of Contemporary Art, and Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The clipping specifically mentions:
"Through August a special exhibit entitled Dada 1916-1966 is on display," linking it to the card above. This indicates that the clipping is promoting a Dada exhibit at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The clipping is taped or glued onto the book page, and the edges of the paper show slight wear and discoloration consistent with age. The book's binding is visible on the left side in green.

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The image depicts an open book or catalog page with a clean, minimalist design. The page features a prominent title at the top: "dada 1916-1966" in bold, uppercase letters. Below the title, the page contains a list of cultural and artistic events, likely from a museum or gallery program, dated July 1970. The content is organized into sections, each describing different exhibitions, lectures, or activities.

Key Details:

  1. Title Section:

    • The title "dada 1916-1966" is centered and stands out prominently, suggesting a focus on the Dada art movement spanning from 1916 to 1966.
  2. Date and Location:

    • The page is labeled as being from Boston, Mass., Boston 11, 1970, indicating the location and date of the events listed.
  3. Event Listings:

    • The page lists several events, including:
      • Harvard University Museum, Oxford Street, Cambridge: Features an exhibition titled "International Museum of Mineralogy and Geology," showcasing rare minerals, meteorites, and geological specimens.
      • Hammond Museum, Heperus Avenue, Gloucester: Highlights a Renaissance art collection, including houses, gardens, and daily life depictions.
      • Antique Auto Museum at Lutz Anderson Park, 15 Newton Street, Brookline: Displays restored cars, motorcycles, and historical vehicles.
      • Boston Museum of Science: Describes exhibits on Charles Stark Draper and other scientific displays.
      • The Hayden Planetarium: Mentions a show titled "Footprints on the Moon," a program about the first lunar landing.
      • The Institute of Contemporary Art: Features an exhibition on post-war architecture, with guest lectures and public transportation tours.
      • The Busch-Reisinger Museum: Showcases German and Swiss art, including works by Kandinsky and other modern artists.
  4. Layout and Design:

    • The page uses a clean, sans-serif font for readability.
    • Text is aligned to the left, with clear headings and subheadings for each event.
    • The page appears to be part of a catalog or program, with a structured format for easy reference.
  5. Visual Elements:

    • The page has a white background with black text, giving it a classic, formal appearance.
    • There are no images or illustrations on this page; it relies solely on textual information.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a page from a cultural or artistic program or catalog, likely from a museum or gallery in Boston in July 1970. It emphasizes the Dada art movement (1916–1966) and provides details about various exhibitions, lectures, and events related to art, science, and history. The design is functional and straightforward, focusing on delivering clear, organized information to readers.

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A white book with green edges is open to a page with the title "DADA 1916-1966" in bold black letters. The page has a white background with black text and includes information about various museums and exhibits, such as the Harvard University Museum, Oxford Street Museum, and the Boston Museum of Science. The text is arranged in a grid-like format with columns and rows, and the book appears to be a catalog or guidebook for museums and exhibits in the Boston area.